In the past year, the Alahans have grown to become one of the street’s favourite families. Starting with Asha’s body dysmorphia, and the soap-week car crash (not to mention a subtle re-casting) fans have seen Dev’s twins develop into more than just ‘corrie kids’ who are seen but don't say much. That re-casting has really brought Adam Hussain to the front of the family, and now it's time for his character to have a big storyline. An extramarital affair with one of Dev’s business associates' wives would not have been my first thought, but then I'm not a soap writer, and from what we can tell - could this affair risk the whole future of the Alahan clan? As part of my latest Coronation Street blog press day, I chatted with Adam Hussain to learn more about Aadi’s risky business venture!
Hi Adam! Courtney makes a play for Aadi as soon as she first meets him. How does he feel about that?
At first, he's a bit intimidated by the advances of Courtney and Aadi is in a headspace where he has a lot of weight on his shoulders. There's this important business deal that Dev has to make happen with Darren, and Aadi also wants to prove himself to Darren and progress his career. Courtney offers to help him progress his career, he finds her attractive, but wouldn't have thought about making a move!
What is it about Courtney that draws him in?
She's a warm and welcoming character and has a knowledge of business that draws him in. Just that constant flirtiness and fun energy that engages him and pulls him further in.
What do you think she sees him in? Obviously, there is quite an age gap.
I'm guessing she's attracted to him because he's young and innocent. It's quite fun for Courtney, and Aadi's quickly infatuated with her. She's got him wrapped around her finger.
Do you think he's aware of Courtney’s vulnerability and the attention she’s so obviously seeking?
I think at first Aadi is a bit aware of it but not too bothered by it, he needs her help to get into Darren’s ear and progress his business ideas and secure this investment for Dev. As things progress he starts to develop more feelings for her. He becomes defensive and possessive of her and doesn't want her to go on holiday with Darren. We do see a change in him.
This next week we see the affair take hold and Amy catches them in the act. How worried is he that this secret is going to come out?
Aadi is quite worried at first he’s desperate to get into Darren's good books and make this investment for Dev happen. Dev reveals to Aadi that he's in quite a bit of debt as a result of securing the funds for this investment so Aadi has quite a lot hanging on his shoulders. For all of that to be ruined, and by his own sexual gratification, would be ruinous for him and especially if Darren finds out. Amy reassures him that his secret is safe with her.
Does he still have feelings for Amy?
He does, but he's quite preoccupied with Courtney and making sure that she's happy with him and that the affair is kept secret. He does enjoy his time with Courtney and has developed feelings for her. I think it could still go somewhere with Amy but, he has complex feelings for both women. The whole ordeal has made him very flustered.
Aadi must be aware that Courtney is troubled! Is he aware of what could go wrong here?
I think he’s certainly aware of the consequences of the affair, he tries his best to resist the temptation of Courtney’s advances but he always falls short. His falling for her too is not good. If the fling is exposed, Dev could be financially ruined, and Aadi’s aspects for a successful career could be tarnished as well!
Thanks, Adam!
***
So, what are we thinking? Is Aadi’s adult affair about to bring down Dev’s empire or will he get away with it? Aadi appears to be his father's son with womanising ways. Could he still get together with Amy? Watch Coronation Street this week as this story really starts to develop!
I am @rybazoxo your Coronation Street Blogger and die-hard Corrie fan!
All original work on Coronation Street Blog is covered by a Creative Commons License
